Mantra Muugdha’ Completes 75 Days; Cinematographer Deepak Kumar Shares Heartfelt Behind-the-Scenes Tribute

Bhubaneswar: Celebrating the successful 75-day theatrical run of the Odia horror-comedy Mantra Muugdha, cinematographer Deepak Kumar (Deepak Kumar DOP) shared an emotional note along with behind-the-scenes (BTS) photographs from the film’s sets, expressing gratitude to everyone associated with the project.

In his social media post, Deepak thanked director Anupam Patnaik for placing his trust in him, producer Barsha Patnaik for her unwavering support, and the film’s actors and crew for bringing the story to life. He also expressed his appreciation to audiences who watched and celebrated the film, calling the 75-day milestone a moment of immense gratitude.

“A heartfelt thank you to our director Anupam Patnaik for the trust, our producer Barsha Patnaik for the constant support, our wonderful actors for bringing every scene to life, and every member of the cast and crew who made this film possible. Thank you to everyone who watched, supported, and celebrated our film. Here’s to many more stories, many more frames, and many more journeys together. Happy 75 Days. Grateful beyond words,” he wrote.

The BTS images offered fans a glimpse into the making of the film, capturing candid moments from the shoot and the camaraderie shared by the cast and crew.

Directed by Anupam Patnaik and produced by Barsha Patnaik, Mantra Muugdha was released on May 1, 2026. The film blends horror with comedy and has been praised for its engaging screenplay, atmospheric visuals, and technical craftsmanship. Deepak Kumar’s cinematography played a key role in creating the film’s eerie yet entertaining visual appeal.
The film emerged as one of the notable successes in the Odia film industry this year, enjoying a strong theatrical run and completing 75 days in cinemas—an achievement that reflects its popularity among audiences.